Healthcare and Nursing Mental Health & Psychiatric Nursing

Question 1

Which therapeutic communication technique is most appropriate when a patient states, 'I feel like no one cares about me'?

Accepted Answer

Reflecting feelings back to the patient

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Giving advice

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Changing the subject

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Providing false reassurance

Question 2

A patient with schizophrenia tells the nurse that the television is sending them personal messages. This is an example of which symptom?

Accepted Answer

Delusion of reference

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Hallucination

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Flat affect

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Avolition

Question 3

Which class of medications is considered first-line treatment for major depressive disorder?

Accepted Answer

Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs)

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Benzodiazepines

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Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs)

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Typical antipsychotics

Question 4

What is the priority nursing intervention for a patient who is actively suicidal?

Accepted Answer

Ensure patient safety by removing harmful objects and initiating constant observation

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Administer a sedative

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Schedule a follow-up appointment

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Encourage journaling

Question 5

A patient with bipolar disorder is in a manic episode. Which nursing intervention is most appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Set firm, consistent limits and provide a calm low-stimulation environment

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Encourage group therapy sessions

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Provide a stimulating, high-activity environment

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Allow unlimited activity to expend energy

Question 6

Which behavior is a hallmark characteristic of borderline personality disorder (BPD)?

Accepted Answer

Fear of abandonment and unstable interpersonal relationships

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Grandiosity and lack of empathy

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Persistent suspiciousness of others

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Excessive orderliness and perfectionism